Description
These Chili Cheese Chicken Wontons are crispy baked appetizers filled with a flavorful mixture of chopped chicken, ranch dressing, chili seasoning, and cheddar cheese. Perfect for parties or game day, they deliver a delicious combination of spicy, creamy, and cheesy in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Wontons
- 36 wonton wrappers
- Cooking spray (for greasing muffin pan)
Filling
- 3 cups chopped cooked chicken
- 1 cup bottled ranch dressing
- 1 (1.75-oz) package chili seasoning
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional garnish: parsley, chives, or chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare muffin pan: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Lightly spray a muffin pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Gently press each wonton wrapper into the muffin cups, shaping them to form small cups.
- Partially bake wonton shells: Bake the wonton wrappers for 5 to 7 minutes until the edges begin to turn a golden brown. This pre-baking step ensures they get crispy and hold their shape. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- Make the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the chopped cooked chicken, ranch dressing, chili seasoning, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated and creamy.
- Fill wonton cups: Spoon the chicken mixture evenly into each pre-baked wonton cup, filling them generously but not overflowing.
- Final baking: Return the filled wonton cups to the oven and bake for an additional 10 to 12 minutes, or until the filling is heated through and the cheese has melted beautifully.
- Garnish and serve: Once baked, garnish the wontons with fresh parsley, chives, or chopped green onions for a pop of color and fresh flavor. Serve warm as a tasty appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Use cooked chicken breast or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Feel free to customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of chili seasoning.
- Wonton wrappers can be found in the refrigerated section of most grocery stores or Asian markets.
- These wontons can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- For a crispier shell, do not skip the initial baking step for the wonton wrappers.
